Corrupt Archive Repair
Archive Recovery Software
Archive Recovery repairs damaged ZIP, RAR, 7z, TAR and CAB files and brings your data back. Add your archives, preview the content and save it to a healthy archive.
- ZIP, ZIPX, RAR, 7z, TAR and CAB
- Deep scan for damaged archives
- Preview before you save
- Windows and Mac editions
- Free DemoTest before you buy
- 30 Day RefundDemo test comes first
- Card or PayPalHosted store checkout
- Fast License KeySent by email
- 24x7 SupportChat and email
1Is this my case?
Which Cases Need Archive Recovery?
Find your case below. RecoveryTools software repairs the archive and leaves your original file alone.
- Archive Will Not OpenYour ZIP or RAR file shows an error on every attempt.
- Download Stopped MidwayYour large archive broke before the transfer finished.
- Backup Archive Is DamagedYour backup drive holds an archive that fails to open.
- Header Is CorruptYour archive tool reports a bad header and stops.
- Many Archives FailYour folder of archives needs a batch fix.
- Important Files Sit InsideYour project files wait in an archive you cannot open.
Many Formats
Repair ZIP, RAR, 7z, TAR and CAB archives.
Deep Scan
Find and fix errors in damaged archives.
Preview First
Check recovered files before you save them.
Archive Recovery never changes your damaged file. Software saves recovered files to a location you select.
Preview the content first and select only the files you need.
2What changes?
What Changes After the Recovery?
Before
- Archive that fails to open
- Files stuck inside a damaged header
- Transfers repeated again and again
After
- Deep scan finds the damage
- Recovered files appear in a preview
- Data saved to a healthy archive
3What can it do?
Which Features Come With Archive Recovery?
Add the file, set your clues and recover the password from one window.
Many Archive Formats
Repair ZIP, ZIPX, RAR, TAR, CAB, GZ, GZIP and 7z files.
Deep Scan Mode
Find and fix errors in minor and major corruption.
Preview Before Saving
Check file names, sizes and paths of recovered items.
Add Files and Add Folder
Load many archives and recover them in one pass.
Selective Recovery
Select the files and folders you need from the archive.
Header Repair
Fix corrupt headers and keep the internal structure.
Archive to Archive
Save recovered data into a healthy archive.
Original File Untouched
Your damaged archive stays as it is.
Windows and Mac
Use the edition that matches your computer.
4Is it easy?
How to Recover a Archive Password in 4 Steps
Test the recovery on a small file in the free demo. Buy the license when you want every character.
- 1Download
Install the Demo
Download the installer and install it on your Windows or Mac computer.
- 2Add
Add Your Archives
Click Add Files or Add Folder and select the damaged archives.
- 3Scan
Review the Scan
Wait for the scan, check the added files and click Next.
- 4Save
Extract or Save
Select Extract or Save, set the destination folder and open the report.
Screenshots of every step sit in the Archive Recovery guide.
5What will I see?
Which Screens Does the Software Show?
Follow the path from the mode options to the recovered password.

Add Your Archives
Click Add Files or Add Folder to load damaged archives.

Scan the Files
Watch the deep scan repair the corruption as files load.

Extract or Save
Select the destination and save your files.
6Demo or full?
Free Demo vs Full Version
See where the free demo stops and what a license adds.
| Feature | Free Demo | Full Version |
|---|---|---|
| Add files and folders | Yes | Yes |
| Deep scan of archives | Yes | Yes |
| Preview of recovered files | Yes | Yes |
| Save or extract data | No | Yes |
| Price | Free | From $69 |
7Will it fit my system?
System Requirements for Archive Recovery
| Product Version | 3.0 for Windows and 3.0 for Mac |
|---|---|
| Download Size | 213.36 MB for Windows and 90.65 MB for Mac |
| Product Type | Desktop software that repairs corrupt archive files |
| Input Files | ZIP, ZIPX, RAR, TAR, CAB, GZ, GZIP and 7z archives |
| Output Formats | ZIP, RAR, TAR, 7z and more |
| Windows | Windows 11 and Windows 10 in 64 bit |
| Mac | macOS 11 Big Sur and later on Intel and Apple Silicon |
| Processor | Intel Core, Intel Core Ultra, AMD Ryzen or Snapdragon X on Windows and Intel or Apple Silicon on Mac |
| RAM and Disk Space | 8 GB RAM recommended with 100 MB of free space on Windows and 5 GB of free space for data on Mac |
| Pre Requisite | Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5 or later on Windows and a United States system region with English language on Mac |
| Demo Limit | Scans and previews recovered archives and does not save the data |
8What is the price?
How Much Does Archive Recovery Cost?
Choose the license by the number of computers. Prices are in US dollars.
1 Computer
$69
- Home and private use
- 1 year of free updates
- Unlimited 24x7 support
Up to 100 Computers
$199
- One location in one country
- 1 year of free updates
- Unlimited 24x7 support
Up to 500 Computers
$599
- Offices in many places
- 1 year of free updates
- Unlimited 24x7 support
Mac edition licenses cost the same. Buy the Mac edition license or download the Mac edition demo. See more savings on the RecoveryTools offers page.
9Is it safe?
Can You Trust the Software With Your Archives?
See Results First
Test the free demo on a damaged archive and preview the recovered files before you pay.
In Business Since 2007
RecoveryTools stands on a company that began in 2007 and now helps users in over 100 countries. Find more about RecoveryTools.
ISO Certified
Standards ISO 9001:2015 for quality and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 for information security back the company. See the awards and certifications page.
Terms in Plain Sight
Refund, privacy and usage terms are public before you pay. See the refund policy, privacy policy and terms of use.
10Need a hand?
Where to Get Help With Your Archive Recovery
Support engineers answer questions before and after you buy. Visit the RecoveryTools support center for phone numbers and more ways to get help.
Live Chat
Talk to an expert on live chat at any hour.
Email Support
Email support@systoolsgroup.com with your archive details and the error message.
Remote Session
An expert connects to your computer and solves a hard case for you.
Step by Step Guide
Follow the user guide for the add, scan and save screens.
11Still have a question?
Questions About Repairing Archive Files
Can the software repair a corrupt archive file?
Yes. Add the damaged archive, scan it and save the recovered data. Minor and major corruption both work.
Which archive formats does the software open?
ZIP, ZIPX, RAR, TAR, CAB, GZ, GZIP and 7z archives work.
Can I recover many archives at once?
Yes. Use Add Files for single archives or Add Folder for a folder full of archives.
Can I choose which files to recover?
Yes. Preview the archive structure and select the files or folders you need.
Where does the software save the recovered data?
Select any destination folder. Software also saves recovered data into a healthy archive.
Does the software change my damaged archive?
No. Software works on a safe copy of the data and leaves your original file unchanged.
Does the software keep my folder structure?
Yes. Folder hierarchy and the original format stay the same.
What does the free demo do?
Free demo mode scans the archive and previews the recovered files. Saving the data needs the full version.
Is there a Mac edition?
Yes. Mac edition 3.0 works on Intel and Apple Silicon from macOS 11 Big Sur. Set the system region to United States and the language to English. Get the Mac edition demo or the Mac edition license.
Which Windows versions work?
Windows 11 and Windows 10 in 64 bit work. Install Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5 or later first and open the software with administrator rights.
What is the system requirement for the software?
Windows plans for 100 MB of free disk space and 8 GB RAM. Mac plans for 5 GB of free disk space and 8 GB RAM.
How much does the software cost?
Personal costs $69 for 1 computer. Business costs $199 for up to 100 computers. Enterprise costs $599 for up to 500 computers. Mac edition licenses cost the same.
Can I get a refund?
Yes. Refund requests are accepted for 30 days under the RecoveryTools refund policy. Software bought without a demo evaluation does not qualify. Email a signed Letter of Destruction to sales@recovery-tools.org. Bundle purchases cannot be refunded.
12Where next?
Related RecoveryTools Software
Repair Your Archive With the Free Demo
Download the free demo, preview your recovered files and buy the license when you want to save them.